Benefits Manager

Job Title: Benefits Manager, Human Resources - Full-Time
FLSA Status: Salaried Exempt

Location: Aurora, Colorado- Hybrid

Pay: $80k-$90k

About Us: Amazing Care Home Health Services is a leading provider of home healthcare services, dedicated to delivering compassionate and high-quality care to our clients. With a commitment to excellence, we strive to enhance the lives of individuals and families through personalized and comprehensive healthcare solutions.

Job Summary:
We are seeking a knowledgeable and experienced Benefits Manager to join our Human Resources team. This is an exciting opportunity to shape and drive benefits programs that support a diverse employee population, while ensuring compliance, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with company goals.

Responsibilities:

• Broker & Vendor Management:
• Oversee relationships with brokers, carriers, and external partners to ensure optimal plan offerings and service delivery.
• Manage vendor relationships, including overseeing the company's Individual Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA) plan.

• Audits & Compliance:
• Lead audits of benefit programs to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular audits of bills and vendor invoices (e.g., MetLife) to ensure accuracy and compliance with contracts.
• Maintain and update benefits policies, plan documents, and related compliance materials.
• Ensure compliance with the Affordable Care Act (ACA), including benefits eligibility tracking and year-end tax reporting requirements.
• Oversee 401(k) plan administration, including acquisition transitions and annual processes.

• Benefit System Integration and Administration:
• Oversee the benefits management system to ensure accurate data management and process efficiency.
• Integrate file feeds between the benefits system and new/existing vendors for seamless data exchanges and compliance.
• Maintain and update benefit systems to reflect open enrollment elections and plan changes.

• Acquisition Integration:
• Lead benefit-related transitions during mergers and acquisitions, ensuring seamless integration for employees.

• Employee Education & Training:
• Develop and oversee employee education initiatives to ensure understanding of benefit offerings and changes.

• Open Enrollment:
• Manage the annual open enrollment process, including plan design, communication, and employee support.

• Benefits Escalations and Other Duties:
• Serve as the escalation point for complex benefits issues.
• Other duties as assigned.

Key Competencies:

• Strong knowledge and experience with benefits administration and compliance, including ACA, FMLA, State Paid Leave (Colorado), and ADA.
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees in one-on-one and group settings.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple processes simultaneously.
• Attention to detail and accuracy, especially in managing benefits data.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information with discretion.
• Expertise in managing benefits systems, integrating file feeds with vendors, and updating system configurations for open enrollment.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to work independently.
• Experience leading and mentoring a team, fostering a culture of growth and development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in benefits administration or a related role.
• Experience with Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangements (ICHRA) and managing relationships with ICHRA administrators is a plus.
• Proven leadership experience, with a track record of effectively managing and developing teams.
• Strong experience administering employee benefits plans, 401(k) administration, ACA guidelines, FMLA, and ADA requirements.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Proficiency with HRIS and benefits management software.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Professional development opportunities and ongoing training.